Bodpathri lake Trek In Kashmir 5 Nights 6 Days
Bodpathri Lake Trek in Kashmir Package Overview
Welcome to the Bodpathri Lakes Trek, one of Kashmir's most spectacular meadow and alpine lake adventures!
This journey is absolutely unique. We believe the vast, pristine meadows you'll find here are unparalleled—so huge and untouched that they even surpass the famous grasslands of the Kashmir Great Lakes Trek!
A Newly Opened Paradise
The Bodpathri Trek lies within Kashmir's Pir Panjal Range. For many years, this entire area was restricted under army surveillance. But now, this incredible trail has been opened up for trekkers, and we are proud to be one of the first to take you there.
The trek begins at the beautifully offbeat destination of Doodhpathri.
What Makes This Trek Special:
- Meadows That Never End: Imagine walking across a lush green carpet that stretches as far as you can see, merging seamlessly with the towering mountains. This trek is a traverse across these magnificent grasslands, leaving you completely mesmerized by their serenity.
- Six Stunning Alpine Lakes: Over six days, you'll encounter an abundance of fresh, clear alpine lakes. Be prepared to be enchanted by the beauty of Bodsar, Pamsar, and the stunning Damamsar Lake.
- Panoramic Mountain Views: You'll be trekking right under the towering giants of the Pir Panjal Range, with wide-open views of magnificent peaks like Sunset Peak and Trattakoti Peak.
- Pure Tranquility: This trail is still wonderfully offbeat. You will rarely see crowds, which is a rare treat compared to the busy trails in Uttarakhand and other parts of Kashmir. This untouched peace is what makes the Bodpathri trek truly special.
- Rated as an Easy to Moderate trek, it promises six days of breathtaking natural beauty, passing through forest cover, lush grass, and clear alpine waters.
Addon Per Person;
Outdoor Insurance: 650 INR
Backpack Offloading: 4500 INR
Pick & Drop Srinagar: 2500 INR
Bodpathri Lake Trek in Kashmir Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Doodhpathri
Journey: 5.5 km drive (approx. 2.5 hours)
Your adventure starts with a short, scenic drive from Srinagar to Doodhpathri, the beautiful meadow that serves as your base camp. Settle in and prepare for the trek ahead.
Day 2: From Doodhpathri to Diskal Meadow
Trek: 5 km | Duration: Approx. 4 hours
Altitude Gain: 2700m to 3400m
- The first trekking day starts easy. You'll cross the Doodhganga river and begin a mild, steady ascent through a forest cover that lasts about 2−3 hours.
- Once you climb above the treeline, you'll reach the vast Diskal meadow—the beginning of the sprawling grasslands that define this trek.
- You'll pass a small shepherd settlement, climb a short ridge to see the huge Ashtaar Valley spread out before you, and then descend through a boulder section to your riverside campsite.
Day 3: Meadow Walk to Asthaar Valley (Gurwansar)
Trek: 6 km | Duration: Approx. 4 hours
Altitude Gain: 3400m to 3500m
- Another easy day of trekking with gradual ups and downs.
- You'll navigate some short boulder patches and cross a few river streams.
The highlight is a 2 km walk across a wide, flat meadow before you cross one last stream to arrive at your campsite at Gurwansar in Asthaar Valley.
Day 4: Climbing to Pamsar Lake
Trek: 7 km | Duration: Approx. 6 hours
Altitude Gain: 3500m to 3810m
- The difficulty increases to moderate-difficult today. It's a longer day focused on ridges and valleys.
- You'll climb a ridge, descend, walk along a ledge, and then make an ascent of about 1 km to reach the stunning, vast Pamsar Lake.
Spend time exploring the lake's banks before navigating more ascents, descents, and boulder sections to reach your next camp at Duriem.
Day 5: Lake Exploration Day – The Toughest Challenge
Trek: 11 km | Duration: Approx. 8 hours
Altitude Gain: 3850m to 3820m (via a high point of 3962m)
- This is the toughest and longest day, packed with lake exploration! Start early and ascend to a viewpoint to see the beautiful Bodsar Lake and Lokutsar Lake.
- The trail involves a steep, challenging ascent through a boulder patch.
- Once on the ridge, you will be rewarded with views of three more gorgeous glacier-fed lakes: Damamsar Lake, Navkansar and Navkansar
The day ends with a long descent to your campsite at Gadtar.
Day 6: Final Descent through Tosamaidan
Trek: 11 km | Duration: Approx. 5 hours
Altitude Loss: 3820m to 3070m
- This is the final, moderate day. There are no more ascents—just a steady descent and river crossings.
- You'll trek along a continuous downhill path through the mesmerizing, wavy landscape.
- The trail leads you into the famously beautiful Tosamaidan Valley.
- Shortly after reaching Tosamaidan, you'll meet the road where a cab will be waiting to drive you back to Srinagar, concluding your memorable trek.
Inclusions
- All veg meals during the trek. Breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, dinner.
- Camp accommodation on all the nights in high high-quality tents on a triple-sharing basis.
- Sleeping bags, sleeping mattresses, dining tents, and cutlery included.
- Mountaineering qualified and experienced trek leaders, guides, and experienced cooks.
- All the necessary mountain medicine includes first aid, oxygen cylinder, etc.
- Passes and permits.
Exclusions
- Lunch on the first day.
- Personal expenses.
- Offloading
- Transportation
- Insurance
- gst 5%
- Anything not specifically mentioned in the inclusion
Additional Services:
- Meal plan: In every meal plan, we try to provide different varieties, trying not to repeat the dishes, particularly at dinner and lunch. Here is the list of dishes and items from which we serve the clients.
- Breakfast: eggs, paratha, chana, poha, dalia, upma, cornflakes, bread toast, butter, jam, roti, coffee, tea, kehwa, etc.
- Lunch and dinner: we make a variety of dishes and try to serve the varied dishes. On all trek days, there will be different dishes served. We try not to repeat our dishes unless the clients say otherwise.
- We serve veg dishes like veg biryani, veg pulaw, muttar paneer, palak paneer, aloo gobi, rajma chawal, rajma kadhai, mix veg, chana masala, kadhi chawal, dal makhni, bhindi masala, dal fry, veg korma, Kashmiri nadru, Kashmiri haakh, aloo matar, bhaingan ka bharta, dam aloo, andaburji, etc. We have both roti and rice available for dinner and lunch. We serve them with different pickles and salad.
- For evening snacks we have tea, pakoda, soup, noodles, maggie, veg rolls, biscuits, etc.
- For dessert we serve gulab jamun, phirni, halwa, custard, sewaya, fruit chaat, fruit cake, almond cake, etc.
Bodpathri Lake Trek in Kashmir Preparing for Your Journey
The Bodpathri Lake Trek is rated moderate to difficult, largely due to its high altitude, remote setting, and multiple lake crossings over rugged terrain. While the trail is less commercialized, its pristine beauty, dotted with alpine lakes and surrounded by towering peaks, makes it a rewarding challenge.
Trek Preparation
To successfully complete the Bodpathri trek, you'll need a strong fitness base, with both endurance and strength components.
Cardio Goal
- Train to walk/jog 5–7 km in 35–40 minutes comfortably.
- Prioritize interval running, stair climbing, and long walks with a loaded backpack to simulate trekking conditions.
Strength Training
- Focus on building lower-body and core strength:
- Squats, lunges, calf raises, planks, and step-ups with weight.
- Strengthen knees and ankles to reduce injury risk on uneven terrain.
Acclimatization Readiness
- If possible, plan a few days in higher-altitude areas (e.g., Gulmarg or Sonamarg) before starting the trek.
Learn controlled breathing techniques, yoga, or meditation for better oxygen regulation.
Essential Packing List (Condensed)
Be prepared for cold nights, stream crossings, and rapid weather changes.
Clothing
- Base Layer: Moisture-wicking thermal (top & bottom)
- Mid Layer: Fleece or lightweight down jacket
- Outer Layer: Windproof/waterproof shell (jacket & pants)
- Extras: 2 pairs trekking pants, quick-dry t-shirts, innerwear, gloves, beanie/woolen cap
Footwear
- Waterproof trekking boots with ankle support
- Gaiters (useful for snow or muddy patches)
- Lightweight camp shoes for evenings
Trekking Gear
- Backpack: 50–60L with rain cover
- Trekking poles: Highly recommended for descents and stream crossings
- Sleeping bag: Rated for -5°C to -10°C
- Headlamp with extra batteries
Protection & Essentials
- High SPF sunscreen, lip balm, sunglasses (UV-protected)
- Rain poncho or lightweight raincoat
- Personal first aid kit (include altitude sickness medication & blister care)
- Water bottles or hydration bladder (2–3L capacity)
- Dry bags/ziplocks for electronics
- ID, permits (if needed), cash (no ATMs nearby)
Additional Tips
- No network coverage on most of the trek — inform family before you go off-grid.
- Wild camping rules apply — Leave No Trace principles are crucial.
- Pack light but don’t skip insulation — nights can dip below freezing, even in summer.
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